Emirates

 

IATA code	EK
ICAO code	UAE
Emirates Airlines headquarters	Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Main operational airport	Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Number of destinations covered by Emirates Airline	Around 157 destinations
Most popular destinations	DXB, DAC, MNL EBB
Most popular routes	DMM - DXB, RUH - DXB, JED - DXB, JED - DAC
Year of establishment	1985
Parent company	The Emirates Group
Popular fleet	Airbus A380-800, Boeing 777-300ER, Boeing 777-200LR
Emirates Airlines contact number	From Dubai: +971600555555 Rest of the world: Check the full list on the official website

Emirates is the largest airline in the MENA region, inspiring travelers around the world with its industry-leading in-flight entertainment and world-class service alike. Emirates Airlines is a member of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO),  the International Air Transport Association (IATA), and the Arab Air Carriers Organization.

Therefore, Emirates ‘Fly Better’ slogan is mirrored in the airline’s services level. In other words, the highest standards, rules, and regulations are maintained on all Emirates flights.

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Historical Highlights:

• March 1985: Emirates Airlines was launched.
• October 1985: Emirates operated its very first flights from Dubai to Mumbai and Karachi, when a Boeing 737 and an Airbus 300 B4 were wet‑leased from Pakistan International Airlines.
• 3 July 1987: Emirates first owned aircraft, Airbus A310-304, was delivered. 
• By the end of the 1980s: Emirates grew a network of 14 destinations in just 5 years of operation. 
• 1992: Emirates raised the standards of inflight entertainment facilities by becoming the first airline to install video systems in all seats, regardless of the cabin class, across the entire fleet. In the same year, Emirates Airlines ordered 7 Boeing 777s with 7 options, which was a huge factor in reviving the industry after the Gulf War. 
• 1998: Emirates Airlines opened its 2nd terminal in Dubai International Airport, with 2 million passengers annually. 
• 1999: The number of Emirates Airlines passengers arriving at Dubai International Airport reached 11 million. 
• By the end of the 1990s: 28 more routes were added to the Emirates Airlines network over the previous decade.
• 2000: The opening of Sheikh Rashid Terminal. Also, Emirates became the first airline to sign up for Airbus A380.
• 2004: Emirates Airline signed a GBP100 million deal with English Premiership club Arsenal, which was renowned 2 times in 2012 and 2018. 
• 2005: Emirates ordered 42 Boeing 777s, which was the largest Boeing 777 order at that time. Currently, Emirates Airlines is the world's biggest operator of 777 aircraft.
• By the end of 2010: 46 routes were added to the Emirates network over the previous decade.
• 2017: Emirates Airlines launched the first fully‑enclosed First Class private suites.
• 2019: Emirates purchased 30 Boeing 787‑9 aircraft. Furthermore, Emirates Airlines broke the Guinness World Record for the most nationalities on an aircraft with more than 540 volunteer passengers from 145 nationalities on Emirates EK2019. 
• Between 2010 to 2019: 54 routes were added to the Emirates network. 
• 2020: The Emirates Pavilion at EXPO 2020 opens its doors to guests. Furthermore, Emirates carried 15.8 million passengers, showing a fast recovery from the pandemic. 

Emirates Airlines Frequent Flyer Programme

Emirates award program ‘Skywards’ guarantees travelers, who are part of a company, charity, or club, points or miles on every flight. Points can be used to book Dynamic Reward Flights and Upgrades. 

Emirates Airlines Fleet

Today, Emirates flies the world's biggest fleet of Airbus A380s and Boeing 777s, offering passengers the latest and most efficient wide-body aircraft.

• A380: Emirates A380 features shower spas and private suites in First Class, along with an Onboard Lounge.
• Emirates Executive: Private jet service is also offered by Emirates, with a special fleet of small aircraft. 

Emirates Airline Recognitions and Awards

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Emirates Codeshare Partners

Since a codeshare agreement is one way to expand services to more destinations, Emirates has partnered with the below airlines:
 

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